Obituary of Ray Combs

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Ray Combs

Raymond Neil Combs Jr. (born April 3, 1956 in Hamilton, Ohio) was a comedian, film actor, and TV personality who was best known for being the second host of the popular American TV game show, “Family Feud.” Ray died on June 2, 1996 and his death was reportedly because of suicide by hanging. He died at age 40.

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Ray Combs Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Combs, Ray
    • Common Name: Ray Combs
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Hamilton, Ohio, United States
    • Birth Date: April 03, 1956
    • Age: 40 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Raymond, Ray Jr.
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Morman
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
    • Favorite Color: Brown
    • Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Cary Grant

    Ray's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Raymond Neil Combs Jr.
    • Father: Raymond Neil Combs Sr.
    • Mother: Anita Jean Waters Combs
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Debra Jo Loomis (married 2 July 1977-1996, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Kirby Lee Combs
      • Cody Ryan Combs
      • Raymond Neil Combs III
    • Daughter(s):
      • Whitney Nicole Combs
      • Chelsy Jae Combs
      • Kelly Jo Combs

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 02 1996 at age 40
  • Place: Glendale, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Suicide (by hanging)
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Glendale, California on June 7, 1996
  • Interment: Buried at the Greenwood Cemetery, Hamilton, Ohio, United States

Category Tags:

ComedianFilm Actor TV Personality American Born on April 3rd Born in 1956 Born in Ohio Died in 1996 Died at age 40 Died from Suicide

Ray's Notable Roles:

  • Family Feud

Quotable Quotes:

"(In 1988, on succeeding Richard Dawson as the host of Family Feud (1988)): "People say those are big shoes to fill. I don't have to wear his shoes. I've got my own"." (IMDB)

"Ray Combs was a comedic genius whose legacy of laughter will continue to live on despite his untimely passing. (V)"

"Ray Combs was a beloved game show host and comedian who gained fame for hosting "Family Feud," but sadly passed away at a young age due to undisclosed personal struggles. (V)"

Is Mr. Ray Combs still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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